In this episode, MaryAnn and Sarah discuss the implementation of Patient Blood Management (PBM) with Majed Refaai and Christine Cahill from the University of Rochester. They explore the journey of establishing a PBM program, the importance of education and coordination in transfusion medicine, and the role of key champions in driving success. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs faced in improving patient care through effective patient blood management practices.  This conversation emphasizes the importance of staff training, follow-up care, and the challenges faced in data management and education. Dr. Refaai and Christine advocate for blood health education in medical training and utilizing electronic health records to enhance patient safety. They also address the care of patients who decline transfusions highlighting the successes they achieved. They leave key takeaways for both patients and healthcare providers.  Don't miss this episode that illuminates how important the partnership of Physicians and Nurses is in leading best blood health outcomes for the people they serve! ANEMIA-THON https://worldanemiaawareness.com/anem... ANEMIA-THON SIGN UP FORM https://forms.gle/nUcduZQE5Gf6Mjqm6 More than 2 billion people are suffering from anemia, find out more about World Anemia Awareness here: https://worldanemiaawareness.com